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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book Three: Pages 272 through 328.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What led to MM's illness around the ten year mark of her marriage?
(a) A minor epidemic.
(b) Food poisoning.
(c) Grief over her mother's death.
(d) Suicide attempt.

2. After mourning for a year, what did MM and her family purify?
(a) Food.
(b) Clothing.
(c) Beddings.
(d) Candles.

3. Why did MM's attendants burn poppy seeds?
(a) They did this as a sign of disrespect for Fujiwara.
(b) They hoped it would heal her sickness.
(c) They hoped to give the illusion of a busy household.
(d) They tried to ward out evil spirits.

4. How did MM feel about her marriage after ten years?
(a) She felt empowered by it.
(b) She was constantly angry.
(c) She understood its uniqueness.
(d) She felt completed by it.

5. MM's son was very proficient in both archery and _____.
(a) Dance.
(b) Art.
(c) Sword fighting.
(d) Performance.

Short Answer Questions

1. Before his awkward return back to MM, how many days did Fujiwara disappear after an argument with her?

2. Why was Michitsuna given an official rank in court?

3. For what did Fujiwara constantly berate his wife during the time she dealt with a death in the family and his own illness?

4. With what holiday did Book Two begin?

5. What year was Tenroku?

(see the answer key)

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